The United Kingdom has announced comprehensive sanctions on Russia, with a particular focus on a fleet of tankers known as the 'shadow fleet' that is used to transport Russian oil. These sanctions, imposed on Thursday, are the first to specifically target vessels involved in breaching Western sanctions. Additionally, the UK has sanctioned a Russian insurer that provides coverage for these tankers. The measures are part of a broader effort to clamp down on Russia's ability to circumvent existing oil restrictions. The sanctions target vessels in Russian President Vladimir Putin's 'shadow fleet.'
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